Travelbiz Trade Updates
Finnair marks a decade of flights to Phuket

Finnair marks a decade of flights to Phuket

15th November 2024 at 11:31 am

Finnair celebrated a decade of direct flights between Helsinki and Phuket yesterday, having operated its first flight between the cities back in 2014. The inaugural flight, AY37, departed Helsinki at 19:10 on 14 November 2014, before arriving in Thailand at 10:25 the following morning, as Finnair strived to bring Europe and Asia closer together with seamless connectivity.

Emirates lands in Dublin this November to recruit Irish cabin crew

Emirates lands in Dublin this November to recruit Irish cabin crew

15th November 2024 at 11:04 am

Irish cabin crew member gives insight on life in Dubai and working in the skies. Join Emirates this November in Dublin for a life-changing opportunity to launch your global career. Jason Boles, a proud Irish cabin crew member, shares what it's really like to travel the world while working for one of the most prestigious airlines.

Cassidy Travel’s New Italy Brochure Taps into Growing Demand from Ireland with 6.8% Boost in Italian Getaways

Cassidy Travel’s New Italy Brochure Taps into Growing Demand from Ireland with 6.8% Boost in Italian Getaways

15th November 2024 at 10:47 am

With travel from Ireland to Italy up by 6.8% compared to this time last year*, Cassidy Travel, an industry leader with nearly 40 years of experience in Italian getaways, is responding to this rising demand with the release of an inspiring new Italy brochure. Designed to capture the very best of Italy’s diverse offerings, the brochure provides Irish holidaymakers with a comprehensive guide to unforgettable experiences across the country.

Congratulations Marie Grenham

Congratulations Marie Grenham

15th November 2024 at 10:36 am

Marie, overwhelmed and humbled with the exceptional LIFE ACHIEVEMENT Award' presented by Athlone Chamber at the Business Awards. Huge thanks to President, Regina Bushell; CEO. Tommy Hogan, all members of the board/team of Athlone Chamber for this major honour.

Travel Supplier Network Christmas Expedition to Chesire Oaks

Travel Supplier Network Christmas Expedition to Chesire Oaks

15th November 2024 at 10:26 am

The TSN team can’t wait to welcome you onboard the TSN Big Shopping Day out to the UK’s largest designer outlet at Cheshire Oaks plus some amazing Duty Free shopping onboard Stena Line. This is operated by TSN partners Stena Line and JMG Cruise.

Major Travel Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence, Expands into Irish Market and Welcomes Irish Agents to Join Virtual Roadshow

Major Travel Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence, Expands into Irish Market and Welcomes Irish Agents to Join Virtual Roadshow

14th November 2024 at 10:07 am

Major Travel, a pioneer in the travel industry, proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary with an unforgettable event that marked half a century of unwavering commitment to supporting travel agents and partners. Established in 1974 by Mark Widdowson, the company has evolved into a leader in travel technology and agent services, empowering agents with innovative tools and unrivalled support.

Application to lift Dublin Airport passenger cap to 40 million passes important milestone

Application to lift Dublin Airport passenger cap to 40 million passes important milestone

14th November 2024 at 9:43 am

The application to lift Dublin Airport’s annual passenger cap to 40 million passed an important milestone today with the submission of daa’s comprehensive response to Fingal County Council’s (FCC) Request for Further Information (RFI).

Jamaica Tourist Board Appoints New Business Development Officer

Jamaica Tourist Board Appoints New Business Development Officer

14th November 2024 at 9:36 am

The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) is excited to announce the appointment of Sean-Pierre Webster as the new Southern UK Business Development Officer. Sean-Pierre joins the UK team after a successful tenure as Business Development Manager for the Midwest USA, where he managed key markets including Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Kansas, and Missouri.

Discover The Holiday Magic: New York City Tourism + Conventions Invites Visitors To Explore NYC’s Five Boroughs

Discover The Holiday Magic: New York City Tourism + Conventions Invites Visitors To Explore NYC’s Five Boroughs

13th November 2024 at 9:39 am

New York City Tourism + Conventions, the official destination marketing organization for New York City’s five boroughs, invites local and global visitors to join the festivities this holiday season, which kicks off in November with the arrival of Diwali and the 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Jamaica is the Caribbean Number One Favourite Island

Jamaica is the Caribbean Number One Favourite Island

12th November 2024 at 3:15 pm

The Jamaica Tourist Board is thrilled to announce that arrivals from the United Kingdom to Jamaica have once again reached record-breaking levels. Figures for Jan-June 2024 mark a significant 14% increase compared to the same period in 2023. This extraordinary achievement makes Jamaica the Caribbean’s top choice destination for UK travellers again, underscoring the island’s appeal as a leading travel destination. ​